Chapter 3: Functions of Several Variables
Section 3.2: Limits and Continuity
Example 3.2.5
For , show that the bivariate limit at the origin does not exist.
Solution
Mathematical Solution
Evaluate the limit along the lines , that is, evaluate
Since the limit depends on the direction of approach to the origin, the bivariate limit at the origin does not exist.
Maple Solution - Interactive
Define the function
Context Panel: Assign Function
Simplify under the assumption that
Write and press the Enter key.
Context Panel: Simplify≻Assuming Positive
Evaluate
Calculus palette: Limit operator
Context Panel: Evaluate and Display Inline
=
Since the limit depends on the direction of approach to the origin, the limit at the origin does not exist.
Maple Solution - Coded
Define the function .
Apply the simplify command to along with the assumption that .
Apply the limit command. Context Panel: Evaluate and Display Inline
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